Allica fuels Daniella Sutton’s race to F1 glory

Allica will sponsor Daniella until the end of 2026, and said the partnership reflected its commitment to supporting those who take bold steps forward, whether on the track or in business.

Allica’s sponsorship will enable Daniella to continue developing both on and off the track, helping her navigate the demands of building a career in elite sport.

Daniella, who currently races in the BRSCC Fiesta Junior Championship and has this year been named in the world-exclusive BRDC Rising Stars Programme , has ambitions to step into FIA Formula 4.

She developed a need for speed on her sixth birthday when she was taken go-karting by her father.

10 years later, Daniela  –  who was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis at the age of 12­  –  is making waves and leading by example in a sport where female representation remains limited.

“Racing is my passion, and I’ve loved it since I was little. But it is also challenging,” said Daniella.

“You have to stay completely on top of your game while trying to manage so many different things.

“Sometimes there are elements that are totally out of your control, like technical issues or the weather, so you have to have a lot of resilience.”

Her dad, Dan Sutton, and step-mum Rachel Sutton, have also opened an Allica Bank business current account to manage Daniella’s sponsorship finances and expenses.

“I’m so excited to have Allica in my corner - they believe in what I’m trying to do, and they’re helping me get there,” added Daniella.

“I know, like me, they believe in the importance of data and technology to improve performance but never losing sight of the value of human instinct and teamwork. It’s fantastic to have a partner like them on board.”

Richard Davies, CEO at Allica Bank (pictured above, right), commented: “Daniella represents the kind of challenger mindset we admire at Allica.

“It’s been really exciting to see her race and watch her progress this season.

“She’s ambitious, focused, and not afraid to keep trying even when things get tough.

“That’s exactly the spirit we see in the established businesses we support every day, and we’re proud to be part of her journey.”